Everyone has their own personal thoughts, habits, and experiences that aid in their writing. And each person's know-how is unique.

I've created this item to give us all a place to share our thoughts, and help with any and all inspiring writers. Please share your tips here, and come back often to see any new ideas that others have posted!

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"as he drove home,he felt guilty for having let his children down. he reached home,entered the house and saw his wife and children watching television."

"My most important rule: ALWAYS carry a notebook around and a pencil. Everyone knows that I'm serious because I hardly ever leave home without it. Ideas are crafty creatures. Write down things that inspire you!"

"Always write for your reader. Sometimes that reader will be only yourself, so you can write what's in your heart and not worry about anyone else's opinion. But if you are trying to reach others, then it's their hearts you need to be thinking about."

"Contrary to what others(Wolfedale) might believe, I say NEVER come up with the ending, rather, start at the beginning and just let your story come to life before your eyes. You plot and characters will show themselves to you along the way."

"Get involved with the writing community. The Campfires I've joined here on writing.com have helped give me work with deadlines, and given me plenty of practice writing. The interactives are also great."

"Use the tips of your fingers when typing. Typing with nose, toes, or a pencil is fine for those who must do so of necessity, but for the typical writer it is seldom more than an ostentatious display."

"As you're reading, pay attention to the parts that you really enjoy, and analyze what made those parts work. Incorporate those elements into your writing. The same applies in reverse for parts that you didn't like."

"Come up with the ending first, nothing helps a story along like knowing where its headed. Also write down every single idea you get through the day and add them to your story so that you'll never lose cool ideas and valuable material. "